Large 95mm custom sand casting flask with base. Complimentary eBook! (Valued at $25 if purchased from us separately, download link will be emailed after purchase) Side entry - enabling a heavy button to force molten metal into fine details. Large diameter and depth provides more versatility. Diameter 95mm Length 80mm 100% Manufactured in Burleigh Heads QLD from locally sourced materials!
This is written and presented by Calvert Regan who has had more than 40 years professional experience as a traditional craftsman and antique furniture restoration specialist. 29 Pages of reference material primarily designed as a stand alone step by step guide for those wishing to explore and experience this process. This module covers the techniques and considerations of basic furniture…
This eBook is written and presented by Calvert Regan who has had more than 40 years professional experience as a traditional craftsman. 28 Pages of reference material primarily designed as a stand alone step by step guide for those wishing to explore and experience this process. Module 02 Basic Introduction to Traditional Staining Dyes, Pigments. Chemicals, Bleach in relation to…
Thinking Hand Studios has prepared a French Polishing Course eBook and companion 110 min downloadable video. This is written and presented by Calvert Regan who has had more than 40 years professional antique restoration & conservation experience. 25 Pages of reference material to be used as a standalone book, or with the companion video. This can be downloaded via the…
Module 04 SIMULATING WEAR & PATINATION ON NEW REPLICA PERIOD FURNITURE OR NEWLY REPAIRED SHOW WOOD SURFACES This module covers multiple techniques and considerations of staining, sealing and finishing antique furniture. When finishing a piece of antique furniture it is imperative it is done in a thoughtful, respectful manner consistent with its age and history. Ideally, all added work should…
Ongoing Jewellery sessions: Wax Continue your learning in your areas of interest. Send us pictures of the kinds of things you would like to work towards making and we will help you reach your creative goals. There are so many possibilities with wax jewellery making from stone setting for rings and pendants to making flower and animal jewellery and everything…
One of my frequently used tools for refining my sculpted forms. The precise curve and fine coarseness on this hand made sculpting tool is perfect for refinements. It is best used to as a final refinement after first shaping and refining with my other available tools ST-SRT-L and ST-SRT-S. I made this tool out of a personal necessity through trial…
One of my most used tools for creating and refining my sculptures. The precise curve and subtle coarseness on this hand made sculpting tool is perfect for shaping smoothing and refining. One of the most important aspects of sculpture is shaping shadows to create strong and subtle anatomical forms with precision and control. This tool along with its variation is…
One of my most used tools for creating and refining my sculptures. The precise curve and subtle coarseness on this hand made sculpting tool is perfect for shaping smoothing and refining. One of the most important aspects of sculpture is shaping shadows to create strong and subtle anatomical forms with precision and control. This tool along with its variation is…
One of my frequently used tools for shaping tiny delicate parts of my sculptures. Some areas such as eyelids, nostrils, fingers and skin wrinkles need a specialized tool to save you time and give you the necessary accuracy. The precise fine wire on both the curved and square ends of this hand made sculpting tool are perfect for cutting with…
Silicon Rubber moulding kit, removable base, removable nozzle. Available in 3 sizes or as a complete kit. Designed and manufactured in Australia, QLD Burleigh Heads by Thinking Hand Studios.
SILV01 - Introduction to silversmithing. Make a substantial sterling silver ring from sheet material This is up to a 4 hour course which is ideal to introduce you to silversmithing techniques. The class involves an introduction to basic tools used in silversmithing, silver soldering, filling, sawing, annealing to make the silver workable, bending the silver into a ring shape, applying…
SILV02 - Introduction to silversmithing. Melting and rolling silver into a sheet ring. This is a 5 hour course which is ideal to introduce you to more involved silversmithing techniques. Melting and rolling silver into a sheet ring after an introduction on how use an ingot die and a Smith Mini Oxy/Acetylene Melt and cast approximately 14 grams of sterling…
Make a Spinner Ring (5 hour Session) The Spinner or Meditation ring is a very interesting project both for the experienced maker or total beginner beginner. Learn all skills involved in making this amazing project! Learn in a supportive, friendly environment, from an experience teacher. The cost of the silver is in addition to the session. Approx. 16grams of silver will…
5 hour course, Introduction to Delft clay casting including cast-in-place stone setting (sand casting) Sand casting adds a whole new dimension to the skill and possibilities of the jewellery maker’s studio. There is an immediate aesthetic that only this process can offer which can include casting stones in place. The course is intended for the experienced jewellery maker but…
This is a 5 hour session which will require one 12x9mm cabochon and up to 10grms of silver which will include .5mm silver sheet and fine silver bezel wire and 1.5mm diameter silver wire for the ring shank. We can supply the silver needed but feel free to bring your own if required. Please contact us for the current price…
Flush Setting, 3 hour course It is a practical 3 hour course where participants will be introduced to setting a 3mm brilliant cut stone. With a little practice, this essential technique allows very quick, perfect stone setting for your jewellery designs. All materials are supplied including tea or coffee and a comprehensive Flush Setting guide, written by Thinking Hand…
This session is available for those who have some jewellery making experience and want to progress to more advanced procedures. This facility is particularly useful for designer craftspeople wishing to progress with their skills and those wishing to set up their own studio and students looking for new procedures to enhance their design options Being able to use various tools…
Ongoing Jewellery sessions: Silversmithing and Fabrication Continue your learning in metal fabrication. We can help you create your concept and teach you the skills required to fabricate your designs. Does not include materials or consumables, these can be purchased from us if required. Duration: 2-7hrs Price: $36/hr (group session), $72/hr (private session) Availability: Group sessions held weekly, Tuesdays, Fridays…
Stone setting for Wax Jewellery: Part 1 You will learn to make a couple of wax designs to familiarise you with the wax componant of the stone setting process. The designs are made with some inexpensive, large, irregular shaped stones. You will model your design with the stone in place and then remove the stone ready for casting. If you…
Stone setting for Wax Jewellery: Part 2 Return to the studio with your silver cast design created in Part 1 and learn how to set your stone and finish your ring. Prerequisite: Stone Setting for Jewellery, part 1 Duration: 3 hrs Price: $36/hr (group session), $72/hr (private session) Availability: Group sessions held weekly, Tuesdays, Fridays between 8am & 3pm…
Thinking Hand Studios, Standard Wax Kit. Assortment of wax ring/bangle blanks & bag of 50g wax flakes Handmade locally in small batches. (Made in Burleigh Heads Australia)
Cast in Place Stone Setting With Wax This narrated video course provides thoroughly detailed, step by step instructions covering several techniques of cast in place stone setting as well as explanations of the theory to enable you to experiment with the process. You will learn by creating a number of projects to develop your skills. The final exercise will put…